{"product_id":"stepassist-spring-assisted-knee-support-brace","title":"Vornyx StepAssist™ | Spring-Assisted Knee Support Brace — Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport your knees. Move with greater comfort and confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryday movement involves bending, standing, stepping and climbing. If you prefer more support around your knees during these activities, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVornyx StepAssist™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an adjustable, breathable knee brace with a built-in spring-assisted hinge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a basic elastic knee sleeve, StepAssist™ combines a wraparound support design with a mechanical spring assembly that moves as your knee bends and straightens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne pair included — for your left and right knees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose StepAssist™?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpring-assisted movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe side-mounted spring mechanism is designed to respond as the knee bends and straightens. It may offer a feeling of mechanical assistance during certain movements, although the amount of assistance varies and has not been independently quantified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWraparound fastening straps allow you to adjust the brace to your leg shape. A properly fitted brace should feel secure without pinching or restricting circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreathable everyday comfort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerforated fabric is designed to allow airflow, helping make the brace more comfortable during short periods of activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-kneecap design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shaped opening leaves the kneecap uncovered while the surrounding material provides a supportive wraparound fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo braces in every pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach order includes one pair of spring-assisted knee braces, suitable for wearing on both knees when correctly fitted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does the spring mechanism work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour knee bends when you sit down, squat or walk downstairs, then straightens as you stand or step forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStepAssist™ contains a spring-loaded mechanism that moves with this bending and straightening action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe spring assembly is intended to provide mechanical assistance or resistance during part of that movement. The actual effect depends on your leg shape, the brace position, movement and individual strength.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e StepAssist™ is not a powered exoskeleton. It cannot replace muscle strength, restore damaged cartilage or guarantee reduced pressure inside the knee joint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho might find it useful?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStepAssist™ may appeal to adults who want an adjustable knee support for everyday activities, light exercise or occasional periods of increased movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt may also interest people who find ordinary elastic sleeves too basic and would like to try a spring-assisted design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor persistent knee pain, arthritis, knee buckling, rehabilitation after injury or surgery, or difficulty walking, seek advice from a physiotherapist or healthcare professional before relying on this brace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose your colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — A discreet, versatile option that pairs easily with darker sportswear or everyday clothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Grey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — A lighter neutral finish with the same advertised spring-assisted design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth colours are supplied as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone pair of braces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The supplier has not identified any functional difference between the colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck your size before ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStepAssist™ is advertised as adjustable, but it is not guaranteed to fit every leg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplier-recommended thigh circumference: approximately 34–59 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo check your fit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStand comfortably with your leg relaxed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocate the top of your kneecap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasure around your thigh approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 cm above your kneecap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare your measurement with the stated fit range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are outside the range or near its limits, seek sizing advice before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA comfortable fit should allow you to bend and straighten your knee without the brace sliding, digging into your skin or restricting circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to wear StepAssist™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspect both braces and their spring mechanisms for damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the kneecap opening over your kneecap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlign the spring-assisted mechanism alongside the knee, as shown in the fitting instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFasten the straps evenly until comfortably secure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalk a few steps and gently bend your knees to check the fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReadjust or remove the brace if it slips, pinches or causes discomfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin with short periods of use to assess comfort. Do not use the brace to attempt movements beyond your normal ability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpring-assisted knee support brace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 pair (2 braces)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack or Light Grey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-kneecap, adjustable wrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical spring-loaded hinge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplier-described breathable mesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFit range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 34–59 cm thigh circumference, measured 10 cm above kneecap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate flat dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55 × 31 cm per brace, supplier stated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower or charging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntended use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral knee support and personal comfort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant safety information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStepAssist™ is a supportive accessory, not a replacement for medical assessment, physiotherapy or prescribed orthotic equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use over broken skin, with impaired circulation or reduced skin sensation without professional advice. Stop use if you experience increased pain, swelling, numbness, tingling, skin irritation or unusual pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your knee repeatedly gives way, becomes acutely swollen, locks or cannot bear weight, seek medical assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep away from young children. Inspect the spring mechanisms and fasteners before every use, and discontinue use if any component is damaged or loose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport that fits into everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose your preferred colour, check your measurements and discover the adjustable design of Vornyx StepAssist™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vornyx","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":52082678333686,"sku":"1005008976663628-Black","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Grey","offer_id":52082678366454,"sku":"1005008976663628-Light Grey","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/3716\/8118\/files\/Sd0bcfdca014b43dea5bba707a6313aebu.webp?v=1793353644","url":"https:\/\/vornyx.com\/en-gb\/products\/stepassist-spring-assisted-knee-support-brace","provider":"Vornyx","version":"1.0","type":"link"}